Industrial Plastic Optical Fiber Bundle

High-temperature resistant plastic optical fiber bundle for connecting sensors in harsh manufacturing environments. Classified HTS 9001.10.00.75 as plastic bundles for optical data transfer, excluded from machine technical uses per chapter notes. Rated for -40°C to 85°C operation.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.7%+35.0%41.7%
🇲🇽Mexico6.7%+10.0%16.7%
🇨🇦Canada6.7%+10.0%16.7%
🇩🇪Germany6.7%+10.0%16.7%
🇯🇵Japan6.7%+10.0%16.7%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9033.00Lower: 14.4% vs 41.7%

If accessory parts for specific chapter 90 instruments

Per note 2(c), other parts suitable solely for chapter 90 apparatus go to 9033.

8486.90.00.00Lower: 25% vs 41.7%

If for semiconductor manufacturing optics

Machine parts for semiconductor pattern projection classify in 8486.

3917.40.00Lower: 40.3% vs 41.7%

If bulk plastic hose assemblies without optics

Non-transmissive plastic hoses are Chapter 39 fittings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide IP67/IP68 ratings and temp specs to support general optical use claim

Declare fiber count and core diameter (e.g

1mm POF) precisely

Separate from OEM machine imports to avoid principal use classification

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